JP2002102539A - Controller supporting input operation - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine controller having controller switches separated into individual switches to perform a support function for reducing a burden on a player's body or for enabling play. SOLUTION: The controller comprises a device body for connection to a game machine body; an input means having controller switches separated into individual switches for transmitting and receiving operating signals to and from the device body by radio or wire; and individual body sensation means for transmitting and receiving the signals to and from the device body by radio or wire and, upon receiving the signals, operating according to the signals. The device body includes an auxiliary setting part which performs auxiliary settings for reducing the burden on the player's body or for enabling play; and display parts which correspond to the switches of the controller. The game body transmits and receives the signals as the controller.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a controller corresponding to a game machine having a configuration and a function for assisting an operation trouble, and relates to an input operation which can be used not only for a home game machine but also for a business game machine. Related to the controller.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, a multi-function controller which is compatible with a controller which is attached to a game machine as a standard and which has a function of assisting continuous tapping of a predetermined switch such as a shooting game and a switch for reducing a progress speed of a game. Was an effective item that could clear a frustrated game, etc. that could not be cleared with the standard controller, and even a player who was not good at game operation could enjoy the powerful screen of the game.

[0003] Further, there is a controller as a simulation assisting device that allows the user to enjoy an operation in accordance with the content of the game, and has an excellent effect of enjoying a more realistic game development.

However, although the former multi-function controller and the latter simulation assisting device have the effect of further enhancing the enjoyment of the game, their targets are implicitly healthy players and sophisticated. Therefore, the operation of switches and the like is considerably complicated, so that a burden is imposed on a player with a physical disability, and the system does not have a function that also has consideration for a player with a physical disability.

[0005] For this reason, at present, a controller attached to a game machine or a commercially available controller imposes a burden on the body, so that a player who cannot enjoy the game is considered, and the burden on the body is reduced. There is a demand for a controller having a function and a configuration for making it easy to enjoy the game, and at present, a game that can be enjoyed by an easy operation even for a young child without a disability or an elderly person.

[0006]

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION Accordingly, the present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems of the prior art, and the switches of the controller are divided into individual switches one by one, so that the burden on the player's body is reduced. It is an object of the present invention to provide a game machine controller having an auxiliary function for reducing or reducing a game.

[0007]

According to the first aspect of the present invention,
An apparatus main body connected to the game machine main body, input means for transmitting and receiving operation signals to and from the apparatus main body by wireless or wired, wherein a switch of a controller is divided into individual switches, and The device main body is configured to transmit and receive a signal by wire and perform an operation in accordance with the signal when the signal is received. The device main body includes a signal corresponding to an input operation received from the input unit in a predetermined setting. A signal processing is performed in accordance with the value, an auxiliary setting section for performing an auxiliary setting for reducing a burden on a player's body or enabling a game, and a display section corresponding to each switch of the controller are provided. Signals are transmitted and received between the game machine body and the controller.

[0008] The present invention is connected to a game machine main body and performs signal processing according to a predetermined set value on a signal corresponding to an input operation received from an input means to reduce a burden on a player's body or reduce a game. It has an auxiliary setting section for making auxiliary settings for enabling it, and a display section corresponding to each switch of the controller. The apparatus main body for transmitting and receiving signals as a game machine main body and a controller, and a controller switch are individually provided. Input means for transmitting and receiving operation signals to and from the apparatus main body by wireless or wired, and transmitting and receiving signals to and from the apparatus main body by wireless or wired; And individual bodily sensation means for performing various operations.

[0009] The input means and the sensation means are, for example, individually dividing a switch of a controller attached to a game machine one by one, and transmitting and receiving signals to and from the apparatus main body by either a wireless or wired method. Each input means can be individually arranged according to the user's posture according to the freedom of the user's body, and movements of muscles, eyeballs, voices, etc. of a part of the player's body can be expressed Detect possible actions. For this reason, at present, it is possible to reduce the burden on the game operation even for a player who has a physical movement disorder, so that the player can easily enjoy the game.

The setting value of the auxiliary setting section of the apparatus main body is processed by processing a signal from the input means divided individually one by one in accordance with the setting value, thereby preventing a hand shake from being read as an input. It is possible to set that only an input for a certain time is read as an input signal.

Since the portion of the display section of the apparatus main body corresponding to each input means is turned on when operated, the player can visually confirm the input means currently operated.

According to a second aspect of the present invention, in the first aspect, when one of the display portions of the apparatus main body repeatedly blinks sequentially, the predetermined portion is set when the display portion corresponding to the intended input means is turned on. By operating the input means, a selection operation of an input means for outputting a signal corresponding to the target input means can be performed.

According to the present invention, when one portion of the display section of the apparatus main body is repeatedly turned on and off at a predetermined speed, and the predetermined input means is operated when the display section corresponding to the target input means is turned on, Can be performed to select an input means that outputs a signal corresponding to the input means. For example, when the mode is switched from the normal state to the selection operation mode of the input means by a predetermined operation from the normal state,
The portion repeats blinking sequentially at a predetermined speed, and by operating the predetermined input means when the display unit corresponding to the desired input means is turned on, a signal corresponding to the desired input means is output to a selected input state. Switch.

When the main body of the apparatus is switched from the normal state to the selective input state, one portion of the display section constantly repeats blinking at a predetermined speed, and the player turns on the predetermined section when the display section corresponding to the desired input means is turned on. By operating the input means, a signal corresponding to the desired input means can be output to the game machine. In addition, since each setting of the auxiliary setting unit of the apparatus main body is also effective, for example, each time a signal from the input unit is recognized based on the set values of the invalid time and the holding time, the output signal is inverted, so that a plurality of input signals can be obtained. A signal can be simultaneously output from the means to the game machine by a single input means, so that a player who has a physical disability or a restricted operating environment can play a game with a simple operation.

In the above selection input state, the sequential blinking speed of the display unit can be set and changed by the shift time set value of the auxiliary setting unit of the apparatus main body, so that the display is performed at a speed according to the player's preference. The flashing speed of the unit can be set. Further, the player can operate another input means to select a desired key of the controller.

According to a third aspect of the present invention, in the first or second aspect, there is provided a structure or an auxiliary member which can be fixed and mounted according to a place where the input means and the sensation means are individually used. Features.

The present invention includes a structure or an auxiliary member which can be fixed and mounted according to a place where the input means and the bodily sensation means are individually used. For example, a bodily sensation unit such as a vibrator built into a controller or the like attached to a game machine has a clip-type shape that can be fixed to a band or the like wrapped around a player's arm, etc. Part of the body can be stimulated by sensational means, and by stimulating parts of the body, the player can enjoy a more realistic sense of the game. Has been verified.

Further, since each input means can be fixed to a soft cloth such as a carpet or a futon, a wall or a handrail, the input means does not move, and the player may fall down due to an unreasonable posture. It is possible to play the game calmly without taking care of holding the input means.

According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, in any one of the first to third aspects, the input means has a structure capable of coping with the addition of an auxiliary member driven by a part of the body.

According to the present invention, the input means is constituted by a member capable of detecting the movement of the muscles of the player's body and the movement of the eyeball of the player, and assists the operation of the input means to follow a part of the player's body. It has a structure that allows additional members. For example, by adopting a structure in which the operating part of the input means is provided with a screw hole of a size conforming to the industrial standard, the player attaches the extension member to the stick part of the stick type input means with a screw part, so that the player can face. It is possible to easily operate the stick portion of the input means even on a part of the body, such as the jaw and the foot, which is difficult to perform fine operations.

A link mechanism for converting the movement of a joint such as a wrist into an input operation is attached to the operation unit of the input means, and is attached to the player's own body via a belt or the like. It is also possible to perform the rehabilitation, and by using many joints of the body, the motor nerves can be stimulated and the effect as rehabilitation can be obtained.

According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, in any of the first to fourth aspects, the form and the mark of the input means can be easily distinguished visually or tactilely.

According to the present invention, the form and the mark of the input means are
It can be easily distinguished visually or by touch. For example, by giving each input means a different color, it is possible to simply and easily determine the advice of the game to the player as "red button", and as many as the controller of a game machine. Even with a switch, it is not necessary to search for and remember the switch, so that the burden on the player can be reduced.

In addition, if the user repeatedly shifts his / her gaze to check the input means and performs an operation during a game or the like, the burden on the body increases, so that the touch or shape of each input means can be easily distinguished. Thus, the player can recognize which switch of the controller is the input means by feeling of the input means, and can reduce the burden on the eyes and neck.

According to a sixth aspect of the present invention, in any one of the first to fifth aspects, there is provided a structure or a detection means in which the operation direction of the operation unit of the input means is not fixed, and the operation is performed regardless of the attitude of the input means. It is characterized by being possible.

The present invention has a structure or a detecting means in which the operating direction of the operating section of the input means is not fixed, and can be operated regardless of the attitude of the input means. For example, even a player who has difficulty in pushing or hitting an object can play a game by using input means for detecting that a part of the body has been hit, regardless of the operation direction. Since the player who operates the input means can perform a rough operation without using nerves in the posture of the input means and the like, the game becomes more enjoyable.

According to a seventh aspect of the present invention, in the first to sixth aspects, a plurality of jacks are provided on the apparatus main body, and the input means and the sensation means are provided on the apparatus main body. A cord provided with a plug adapted to a jack is connected, and the plug of the cord of the input means is inserted into and joined to the jack corresponding to a target switch of the apparatus main body, whereby the apparatus main body and the input means are connected. And an obstacle assisting controller wherein the sensation means transmits and receives signals.

According to the present invention, a plurality of jacks are provided in the apparatus main body, and a cord having a plug suitable for the jack provided in the apparatus main body is connected to one of the input means and the sensation means. By inserting and connecting the plug of the cord of the means to the jack corresponding to the target switch of the apparatus main body, the apparatus main body, the input means and the sensation means transmit and receive signals. For example, the plugs of the cords with the plugs from the input means and the sensation means are joined to the individual jacks corresponding to the respective switches of the controller of the apparatus main body. When the input means is operated, signals are transmitted and received between the input means and the apparatus main body, and a signal as a controller is output from the apparatus main body to the game machine. Therefore, as compared with the method of transmitting and receiving signals using electromagnetic waves or light, the number of components is reduced, so that the apparatus body and the input means can be reduced in size, and the circuit is simplified, so that reproducibility is high and malfunctions are reduced. .

[0029] The invention according to claim 8 is an apparatus main unit connected to the game machine main unit, and an input means for transmitting and receiving operation signals to and from the apparatus main body by wireless or wired, wherein a switch of the controller is divided as an individual switch. The apparatus main body includes a signal processing unit that converts an operation signal received from the input unit into a signal corresponding to a predetermined set value, and transmits and receives signals between the game machine main body and a controller. It is characterized by doing.

The present invention comprises input means for transmitting and receiving data to and from the apparatus main body wirelessly or by wire. The apparatus main body performs a conversion process on an operation signal obtained from various input means in accordance with a predetermined set value. Various input means were connected to the game machine body via a controller to enable operation.

According to a ninth aspect of the present invention, in the ninth aspect, at least one of the individual switches is input means for inputting a position of the center of gravity of the player, and the signal processing section comprises:
The change of the center of gravity of the player in the normal state and the position of the center of gravity of the player in the playing state in the playing state is signal-converted.

The present invention is an input means for inputting the position of the center of gravity of the apparatus body and the player, and a signal of the normal center of gravity of the player before play and the change of the center of gravity of the player during play in the play state. By performing the conversion, it is possible to reduce the burden on the player's body. In addition, since it is different from the conventional controller, the game can be more enjoyable.

[0033]

BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION An apparatus main body connected to a game machine main body and a switch of a controller are provided as separate switches.
Input means for transmitting and receiving signals to and from the apparatus main body, and individual sensation means for transmitting and receiving signals to and from the apparatus main body and operating according to the signal when receiving the signal; Is a separate jack corresponding to each switch of the controller, a one-key jack also having a function of switching between one-key input state,
The game includes an auxiliary setting unit that prevents reading of a player's hand shake as an input or sets only a fixed time input as a signal, and a display unit corresponding to each switch of a controller. A signal is transmitted and received as a controller to and from the machine body, and the input means and the bodily sensation means are connected to one of the cords with a cord having a plug adapted to an input jack of the apparatus body. By joining to the jack of the main body, the device main body is electrically connected to the input means and the sensation means. When the plug of the input means is joined to the one-key jack, the switch corresponding to each switch of the controller is divided. From the normal state in which the input means for individualization is operated, one portion of the display section of the apparatus main body repeatedly blinks sequentially, By operating a predetermined input means when lighting the display unit corresponding to said input means for, can be switched to select the input state signal corresponding to the input means for desired outputs.

[0034]

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a basic circuit configuration of the present invention. In FIG. 1, input means 2 for converting the operation of a player into an electric signal using switches, sensors, a variable resistor, an encoder, and the like are provided in an apparatus body 1 by dividing a controller switch into individual switches, and using switches, sensors, variable resistors, encoders, and the like. The sensory means 3 having a vibration mechanism is connected to the game machine 10 as a controller and used as a controller. The input means 2 can be individually arranged in accordance with the range in which the player's body can move. Further, a structure and a spare member capable of flexibly making the movement of the player correspond to each input means as an operation of the controller are provided.

In the apparatus main body, one of the controllers is provided.
A display unit 1a corresponding to one individual switch and an auxiliary setting unit 1b are provided, and the display unit 1a is normally turned on or blinked in accordance with an operation of a corresponding input unit, and in response to an operation of a bodily sensation unit. Lights or flashes.

The auxiliary setting section 1b of the apparatus main body can set a holding time, an invalid time and a shift time with a ten-stage rotary switch from 0 to 9, and the like. If the change is not held, the signal change is not recognized.If this time setting is set short, the operation signal is immediately recognized, and the operation can be performed even if the player touches the input means. A player who can perform the game without difficulty can enjoy a higher level of game development, and by setting a long time setting, it is possible to prevent a player from having difficulty in making his / her body movements think twice and hitting the input means 2 twice. be able to. If the set value of the holding time is set to no value, a pulse-like signal having a time width set to the invalid time continues to be output while each of the input means 2 is operated. become.

The holding time is the time until the operation of the input means is recognized. When the setting value of the holding time is "1", the holding time is 0.1 second. The time can be set from 2 seconds to 0.9 seconds of “9”. For example, when “5” is set as the holding time, “5” is set with the signal from the input means changed. Time 0.5
If no change for more than two seconds elapses, the operation signal of the input means is recognized, so the operation of the input means cannot be thought out,
Even in the case where an unintended input means is touched, a signal is not output to the game machine unless a changed state of the signal is maintained for a time equal to or longer than the set value of the holding time, so that erroneous operation can be prevented. In addition, even if the hand is separated from the operation unit of the input means for a short time during the operation of the input means, if the time is shorter than the set value of the holding time, the signal to the game machine does not change, so the soft and unstable place. There is an effect that the operation of the input means can also be covered.

When the set value of the holding time is "0", while the signal is recognized from the input means, a pulse-like signal having a time width set to the invalid time is output to the game machine. In such a case, the physical load on the player can be reduced even in a shooting game or the like in which the attack button is repeatedly operated.

As for the invalid time, when the operation of the input means is recognized, one pulse having a time width corresponding to the set value is output. 0.2 seconds when the set value of the invalid time is “1”, and 0.
Since the time width of the output signal can be set to 4 seconds and thereafter to 1.6 seconds of "8", for example, when the set value of the invalid time is "5", the signal from the input means is recognized. , One pulse signal having a time width of 1.0 second is output. Therefore R
Even when a character is moved even in a PG (role playing game) or the like, the character can be moved by a fixed number of steps without quickly opening the input means. If the set value of the invalid time is "0", the signal corresponding to the operation of the input means is continuously output while the signal is recognized based on the set value of the holding time, and is attached to a normal game machine. The same operation as the controller can be performed.

Further, when the set value of the invalid time is "9", the signal of each input means is transmitted to the game machine every time a signal is input from the input means such as an alternate switch having a valid holding time. Since the output signal is inverted, the state in which multiple input means are turned on at the same time can be reproduced by operating the input means one after another, making it possible to perform complicated operation contents even with few operations It becomes possible.

The input means 2 is connected to the one-key jack of the apparatus main body.
When the plug is connected, the device body is automatically switched to the selection input state, and one portion of the display portion 1a of the device body repeatedly blinks sequentially, and the player switches the display portion 1a corresponding to the desired input means. By operating the input means 2 when turned on, a signal corresponding to the desired input means can be output to the game machine. By operating one input means 2, the signals corresponding to all the input means can be operated. Will be able to

FIG. 2 shows a state in which the apparatus main body 1 and the game machine 10 are connected. In FIG. 2, the device main body 1 is a game machine 1
A cable with a connector suitable for the controller connection portion 10a of No. 0 is provided, and the connector is used by connecting the connector. A controller switch is located on the top of the main unit.
A display unit 1a corresponding to each input unit and the bodily sensation unit divided and individually provided is provided, and a jack 1c for connecting each input unit is provided on the right side surface of the apparatus main body as shown in the figure. I have. An auxiliary setting unit 1 is provided on the front of the apparatus main body.
Rotary switches 1b1, 1b2 and 1b3 for setting the holding time, invalid time and shift time of b, and a one-key input jack 1d for automatically switching to a selected input state when input means are connected are provided. .

FIG. 3 is a right side view showing the right side of the apparatus main body 1 of the present invention. A jack 1c for connecting individualized input means and sensation means to each key of the controller is provided. Have been.

FIGS. 4 to 7 show input means according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIGS. 4 and 5 show push-button input means, and FIGS. 6 and 7 show stick-type input means. Is shown. 4 and 5 show a push button type input means 2
The operation unit 2a is disposed on a base 2b in order to stabilize the operation state. Also, a cable 2c connected to a circuit that changes according to the operation of the operation unit
A plug 2d adapted to the jack of the apparatus main body is provided at the other end of FIG. 4. FIG. 4 shows a state in which a two-pole plug 2d is used, and FIG. 5 shows a state in which a three-pole plug 2d is used. It is. When the plug 2d has three poles, it is possible to use a device requiring a power source such as a semiconductor element for the input means 2, and it is possible to flexibly respond to a player's request. The jack of the device body is a two-pole plug 2d or 3d.
Since a circuit for discriminating the plug 2d of the pole and supplying power to the plug 2d is provided, it can be used confusedly.

FIGS. 6 and 7 show an example of the stick type input means 2. The operation section 2a is held by an elastic member 2f on a base 2b in order to stabilize the operation state. It is arranged in. Therefore, the operation unit 2a
When an excessive force is applied to the operation unit 2a, the operation unit 2a is broken, and the player is not injured by broken pieces. The operation unit 2a includes a component that can electrically detect rotation of a shaft, such as a variable resistor, a potentiometer, and a rotary encoder, and a component that can detect an operation in two axial directions on a plane. At the other end of the cord 2c connected to the component, a plug 2d suitable for a jack of the apparatus main body is provided. The operation unit 2a has a structure in which an auxiliary jig 2e or the like for facilitating the operation according to the player's body is provided, and the player is provided by increasing the auxiliary jig 2e as shown in FIG. Is designed so that the stick operation can be performed on the jaw and legs of the face.

FIGS. 8 and 9 show the sensation means in one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 9 shows an example of use in which the sensation means is attached to the arm of the body. In FIG. 8, the bodily sensation means 3 has a power mechanism operating in response to an electric signal inside the main body, and the other end of the cord 3a connected to the power mechanism has a plug 3b adapted to a jack of the apparatus main body. Are arranged. In addition, the main body is provided with a clip portion 3c for assisting a player who cannot possess the sensation means 3 to wear on the body. As shown in FIG. 9, a player who has difficulty transmitting the sense of the arm of the body wraps a belt 20 or the like around the arm, and the clip portion 3 of the sensation means 3 of the belt 20.
By wearing with wearing c, it is possible to expect the effect that the stimulus such as the seismic intensity is given to the body and the sense gradually returns.

FIG. 10 shows a connection example in a normal state according to an embodiment of the present invention. In FIG. 10, the device main body 1 connected to the controller connection unit 10a of the game machine 10 includes:
The input means 2 and the bodily sensation means 3 obtained by dividing the switch of the controller one by one and individually become jacks 1c of the apparatus main body 1.
The plug 2d and the plug 3b are inserted and electrically connected, and the signal processing according to the setting values of the holding time rotary switch 1b1 and the invalid time rotary switch 1b2 of the auxiliary setting unit 1b on the front of the apparatus main body 1 is effectively performed. Become a game.

FIG. 11 shows an example of a connection in a selection input state in one embodiment of the present invention. In FIG. 11, the device main body 1 connected to the controller connection unit 10a of the game machine 10
The input means 2 is connected to the one-key input jack 1d on the front, and the bodily sensation means 3 is connected to the jack 1c.
b, the one-key jack 1d of the device body 1
When the plug 2d of the input means 2 is joined to the
Is switched to the selection input state, and one portion of the display section 1a of the apparatus main body 1 is repeatedly turned on and off sequentially. The player operates the input section 2 when the display section 1a corresponding to the desired input section 2 is turned on. As a result, a signal corresponding to the target input means can be output to the game machine. By operating one input means 2, signals corresponding to all input means can be operated. Also, the holding time rotary switch 1 of the auxiliary setting section 1b on the front of the apparatus body 1
Since the setting values of b1, the invalid time rotary switch 1b2, and the shift time rotary switch 1b3 are valid, by performing the setting according to the type of the game,
You can enjoy the game more comfortably.

FIG. 12 shows an example of a controller attached to an ordinary game machine or the like. In FIG. 12, the controller 11 includes a plurality of switches 11a and a lever-type operation unit 11b capable of performing analog operations and the like. There is a built-in vibrator and the like that have the effect of giving more realism.

FIG. 5 is a block diagram showing a connection configuration of the apparatus main body, input means, and sensation means in one embodiment of the present invention.
In FIG. 13, a sensor, a variable resistor,
An input means 2 for converting an operation of a player into an electric signal using an encoder, a center of gravity sway meter, and the like, and a sensation means 3 having a vibration mechanism are connected, and further connected to a game machine 10 to be used as a controller. Each input means 2 can be arranged according to the range in which the body of the player can move.

The main body of the apparatus is provided with a display section 1a for performing a display corresponding to each switch and an auxiliary setting section 1b for changing operation information from various input means into signals corresponding to the set values. The display unit 1a normally performs display according to the operation of the corresponding input unit, and performs display according to the operation of the bodily sensation unit.

FIG. 14 is a view showing the input means of the center of gravity sway meter 2g in one embodiment of the present invention. Center of gravity sway meter 2g
Is a matrix-type pressure-sensitive sensor 2g1 that is turned on when the player receives the pressure obtained from the player, that is, when the pressure is applied to the surface of the player, and turns off when the pressure is not received. It is arranged in.

In order to measure the position of the center of gravity of the pressure obtained from the player using such a center-of-gravity fluctuation meter 2g, first, the player applies pressure to the center-of-gravity fluctuation meter 2g to apply a pressure to the pressure-sensitive sensor 2g.
Activate 1 Then, the pressure-sensitive sensor 2g receiving the pressure
1 is ON, and the pressure-sensitive sensor 2g1 that does not receive pressure is O
It becomes FF. Then, upon receiving a signal from the pressure-sensitive sensor 2g1 that has been turned on, a maximum / minimum calculating means (not shown) provided inside the gravity center oscillometer 2g detects the maximum / minimum X coordinate and Y coordinate. From the Y coordinate, the center of gravity sway meter 2g
A center-of-gravity calculating means (not shown) provided inside calculates the center point of the center of gravity, detects a deviation between the normal center-of-gravity position of the player in normal times and the center-of-gravity position during play in the play state, and Is transmitted and received, and the signal processing unit 1 provided in the auxiliary setting unit 1b.
b4 performs conversion processing to a signal corresponding to a predetermined set value.

The position of the center of gravity in the normal state may be changed depending on the playing situation of the player. Further, a change in the center of gravity of the player may be dynamically read, and a difference between the center of gravity and the center of the current reading may be used.

In this embodiment, the game device 1 shown in FIG.
0 is a central control unit (not shown) for controlling the progress of the game
The center of gravity sway meter 2g is installed on a chair 10d on which a player sits, and when the player sits on the chair 10d, a signal obtained by reading the position of the center of gravity of the player during play and image information to be stored in advance are provided. , The scene seen by the player is synthesized and displayed on the display 10b.

In this embodiment, when the player moves the center of gravity in the left-right direction, the human-powered airplane flies in the left-right direction, and the forward speed increases stepwise until it collides with an obstacle or a wall. I have. It is also assumed that the game competes for flying quickly on a predetermined course. Then, on the display 10b, the virtual player 11a controls the human-powered airplane 11 by pedaling the virtual pedal 11b. In addition, the handle 10c is connected to the input means 2
Use as an aid to

As another embodiment, the game apparatus 10 shown in FIG. 16 has a built-in central control unit (not shown) for controlling the progress of the game, and a center of gravity sway meter 2g is mounted on a seat 10e on which a player sits. Based on a signal obtained by reading the position of the center of gravity of a player who is seated inside and a prestored image information and the like, an image of a scene seen by the player is synthesized and displayed on the display 10b.

In this embodiment, when the player moves the center of gravity in the left-right direction, the boat 12 is steered in the left-right direction, and the forward speed increases stepwise until the boat 12 collides with an obstacle or a wall. ing. Also, it is assumed that the game competes to row a predetermined course quickly. Then, on the display 10b, the virtual player 12a controls the boat 12 by rowing the virtual oar 12b. The all 10 d is used as an aid to the input means 2.

In the above two embodiments, the embodiment in the sitting position has been described. However, if the player can apply pressure to the body sway meter 2g using the body sway meter 2g, Any part of the person's body may be used. In addition, in the reading of the center of gravity of the player, the speed of the virtual game body may be adjusted by performing the reading in the front-rear direction in addition to the reading in the left-right direction in the above two examples.

FIG. 17 is a view showing an embodiment of the present invention, in which a plurality of game machine main bodies 10 are connected to the apparatus main body 1. In this manner, the signal obtained from the input means 2 can be simultaneously output to the plurality of game machine main bodies 1, and the player can enjoy the game at the same time. Further, at least one or more game machine main bodies 1 can be selected as a plurality of game machine main bodies 1, and signals can be sent to only the selected game machine main bodies 1.

Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described above, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, and can be variously modified within the scope of the invention described in the claims.

For example, the shape of each input means can be easily distinguished, or the input means of the cross key part of the controller can be formed so that the lever can be operated.

A plurality of input means can be arranged in parallel for one key, and the players can play a game while covering each other.

[0064]

The present invention is embodied in the form described above and has the following effects.

The present invention is intended to be used as a controller by connecting to a game machine main body. The input buttons and operation sticks are provided by individually dividing the switches of the controller attached to the game machine one by one. Can be individually arranged according to the freedom of the player's body,
In addition, it also has an auxiliary setting unit that assists operation signals such as input buttons and operation sticks according to set values.
It is possible to reduce the load on the game operation even for a player who has a disability in part of the movement of the body, and it is possible to meet a demand for enjoying the game.

According to the present invention, the game can be played by operating one input button by switching from the normal state to the selection input state. When the selection input state is reached, one portion of the display section repeatedly blinks at a predetermined speed, and the player operates the input button when the display section corresponding to the target operation button is turned on, thereby making a desired operation. A signal as an operation button can be output to the game machine. In addition, since each setting of the auxiliary setting unit of the device main body is also effective, it is possible to invert the signal output to the game machine every time the input button is operated, so that a plurality of input buttons are operated. It is possible for a player who has difficulty in moving several parts of the body at the same time due to physical obstacles and operating environment to operate the controller of the game machine by himself.

Further, according to the present invention, it is possible to attach an auxiliary member which enables the operation of the input means in accordance with the movement of a part of the player's body, and the auxiliary member is added to the operation section of the input means. The player can easily operate the stick of the input means with the jaw of the face and the feet, and attach a link mechanism that converts the movement of joints such as wrists to input operation and attach it to the player's own body via a belt etc. By doing so, the game can be played by the movement of the joints such as fingers and wrists, so that the player can use many joints of the body to stimulate the motor nerves, and enjoy the effect as a rehabilitation exercise while having fun Can be expected.

Also, according to the present invention, when the input means has a different color, it is possible to make a simple and clear distinction as in the case of giving a game advice to a player, such as a "red button," Even if the device has many switches as in the above, searching for a switch is not a burden.

Further, the present invention can easily play a game by using input means for detecting that a part of the body has hit, regardless of the operation direction, even if the player has difficulty in pushing or hitting an object. The player can operate the input means with his / her feet, etc., and even if the input means is rough and does not use nerves, the game will be more enjoyable. .

Further, according to the present invention, since the device main body connected to the game machine and the input means such as input buttons are connected via the plug and the jack by the cord, the parts are compared with the method of transmitting and receiving signals using electromagnetic waves or light. The number of points can be reduced, the apparatus main body and the input means can be reduced in size, and the circuit is simplified, so that reproducibility is high and malfunctions are reduced.

Further, the present invention comprises input means for transmitting and receiving to and from the apparatus main body by wireless or wire.
Operation signals obtained from various input means are converted according to predetermined setting values, and various input means are connected to the game machine main body via a controller so that operation can be performed. .

Further, the present invention comprises an apparatus main body and input means for detecting the position of the center of gravity of the player. The center of gravity of the player in the normal state before playing and the position of the center of gravity of the player in the playing state during play. By performing the change signal conversion, it is possible to reduce the burden on the player's body. In addition, since it is different from the conventional controller, the game can be more enjoyable.

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FIG. 1 is a block diagram illustrating a connection configuration of an apparatus main body, input means, and sensation means according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a diagram showing a connection between a device main body and a game machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a side view showing a configuration example of a jack of the apparatus main body.

FIG. 4 is a configuration diagram showing a two-pole plug type input means in one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is a configuration diagram showing a three-pole plug type input means in one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a configuration diagram showing a lever-operated input means in one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a configuration diagram showing an example in which an auxiliary component is mounted on a lever-operated input unit in one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 8 is a configuration diagram showing a bodily sensation unit according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 9 is a diagram showing an example of using the sensation means of the present invention.

FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating a connection example during normal use in one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 11 is a diagram showing a connection at the time of use in a one-key state in one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 12 is a diagram showing a configuration of a controller attached to a normal game machine.

FIG. 13 is a block diagram showing a connection configuration of an apparatus main body, input means and sensation means in one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 14 is a configuration diagram showing input means of the center of gravity sway meter in one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 15 is a diagram showing connection with a human-powered airplane type game machine using a center of gravity sway meter as input means in one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 16 is a diagram showing connection with a canoe-type game machine using a center of gravity sway meter as input means in one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 17 is a diagram showing connections with a plurality of game machine bodies in one embodiment of the present invention.

[Description of Signs] 1 Apparatus main body 1a Display section 1b Auxiliary setting section 1b1 Holding time setting section 1b2 Invalid time setting section 1b3 Shift time setting section 1b4 Signal processing section 1c Jack 1d One-key jack 2 Input means 2a Operation section 2b Base table 2c Code 2d plug 2e auxiliary member 2f holding member 2g body sway meter 2g1 pressure sensor 3 sensation means 3a code 3b plug 3c clip unit 10 game machine 10a controller connection unit 10b display 10c handle 10d chair 10e chair with built-in sway meter 11 human powered airplane 11a virtual player 11b virtual pedal 12 boat 12a virtual player 12b virtual oar 20 belt

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Claims (9)

[Claims] 1. An apparatus main body connected to a game machine main body, input means for transmitting and receiving operation signals to and from the apparatus main body by wireless or wired, wherein a switch of a controller is divided into individual switches one by one, The apparatus main body is configured to transmit and receive signals wirelessly or by wire, and to receive individual signals, and to operate individually in response to the signals.The apparatus main body is configured to respond to an input operation received from the input means. Each signal of the controller corresponds to an auxiliary setting unit that performs signal processing according to a predetermined set value on the signal, and performs an auxiliary setting for reducing a burden on a player's body or enabling a game. A controller for supporting an input operation, comprising a display unit and transmitting and receiving signals as a controller to and from the game machine body. 2. The apparatus according to claim 1, wherein a predetermined input means is operated when one of said display portions of said apparatus main body repeatedly blinks sequentially when said display portion corresponding to said intended input means is turned on. A controller for supporting an input operation, wherein a selection operation of an input means for outputting a signal corresponding to the intended input means can be performed. 3. An input operation according to claim 1, further comprising a structure or an auxiliary member which can be fixed and mounted according to a place where said input means and said bodily sensation means are individually used. Controller to support. 4. A controller according to claim 1, wherein said input means has a structure capable of coping with the addition of an auxiliary member driven by a part of a body. 5. The controller according to claim 1, wherein the form and the mark of the input means can be easily discriminated visually or tactilely. 6. The input device according to claim 1, further comprising a structure in which the operation direction of the operation unit of the input unit is not fixed or a detection unit, which can be operated regardless of the posture of the input unit. Controller that supports the input operation. 7. A device according to claim 1, wherein a plurality of jacks are provided on said apparatus main body, and said input means and sensation means are provided with plugs adapted to the jacks provided on said apparatus main body. A cord provided is connected, and a plug of the cord of the input means is inserted into and joined to the jack corresponding to a target switch of the apparatus main body, so that the apparatus main body, the input means, and the bodily sensation means transmit signals. A controller that supports input operations characterized by transmission and reception. 8. An apparatus comprising: an apparatus main body connected to a game machine main body; and input means for transmitting and receiving operation signals to and from the apparatus main body by wireless or wired, wherein switches of a controller are divided as individual switches. The main body includes a signal processing unit that converts an operation signal received from the input unit into a signal according to a predetermined set value, and transmits and receives signals between the game machine main body and a controller. A controller that supports input operations. 9. The game machine according to claim 8, wherein at least one of said individual switches is input means for inputting a center of gravity position of the player, and said signal processing unit is configured to determine a normal center of gravity position of said player at normal times. A controller which supports an input operation characterized by converting a change in the position of the center of gravity of a player during a game in a state.